Swingle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Swingle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 691 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11481 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TRUMAN SWINGLE JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swingle Lake Dam?
Swingle Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Swingle Lake Dam?
Swingle Lake Dam is owned by TRUMAN SWINGLE JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swingle Lake Dam built?
Swingle Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Swingle Lake Dam?
Swingle Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swingle Lake Dam?
Swingle Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.